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EMT - Basic (Emergency Medical Technician)

EMT-Basic (EMT) providers deliver basic emergency medical care and transport for patients experiencing medical emergencies, trauma, or natural disasters. As the entry-level credential in Florida's EMS career ladder, the EMT certificate provides the foundation for advancement to Advanced EMT and Paramedic levels. Florida's enormous senior population, high traffic accident rates, and year-round outdoor activity create high EMT demand.

FL Median Salary
$37,120
Entry Salary
$29,000
Experienced
$50,000
FL Growth
N/A

Requirements & Training

  • Credential: FL EMT Certificate: complete FL-approved EMT course (min. 127 hours) + pass NREMT cognitive and psychomotor exams + FL state exam
  • Florida license required: Yes (FL Dept. of Health — Bureau of Emergency Medical Oversight (BEMO))

Career Path

  1. EMT → Advanced EMT → Paramedic → Flight Medic → EMS Supervisor → EMS Director

Top Florida Employers

County fire-rescue departmentsPrivate EMS companies (AMR, Rural/Metro)Hospital-based EMSAir transport servicesEvent medical servicesSports teams

Related Programs

  • EMT Certificate Program
  • Emergency Medical Services AAS
  • EMT-to-Paramedic Bridge
  • First Responder Certificate
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